PUKASKWA-- Pukaskwa National Park preserves Lake Superior’s finest wilderness coastline. This is nature on a grand scale: big water, sweeping beaches, towering cliffs, waterfalls plunging into the lake, granite islands, headlands thrusting into Superior, white water rivers exploding out of the forest, rolling swells, crashing waves and long, lingering sunsets. If you’re comfortable in your kayak and looking forward to riding some waves you are ready to explore the north shore of this great freshwater sea.

The Pukaskwa trip begins at Hattie Cove, the last road access to Superior until we reach our destination at Michipicoten Harbour 160 km. away. With two weeks of food and supplies in our kayaks we’ll turn south to follow the wild shore. Half our route is sheltered from the prevailing winds. We coast behind rocky islands, slip into bays and coves, or wind our way down protected channels.

Sometimes we are faced with open crossings, forbidding shores with no landings and exposed headlands that must be rounded. In these areas we may only find comfortable paddling conditions on two out of three days. We can enjoy the off days hiking, beach combing, fishing, and lolling by the campfire. At night we’ll choose a beach or cove and pitch our tents by the line of trees. Along the way we can explore the entrances of a half dozen rivers that drain the hinterland. The Cascade River ends in a picturesque falls right at the shore. To see Denisson Falls we paddle up the mouth of the Pukaskwa (Dog) River. This wilderness paddling adventure is perfect for the intermediate or experienced paddler.

Guided Pukaskwa National Park Kayaking Trip | Pukaskwa National Park Camping Guide